Burt Lancaster (1913-1994) was an Oscar-winning actor best known for his starring roles in From Here to Eternity and Birdman of Alcatraz.

He appeared in several first season segments of Sesame Street.

In Episode 0005, he talked about what he does when he is happy and angry. He concludes by saying that when he is home he watches Sesame Street.

In another skit, he recites the alphabet. (First: Episode 0006)

Lancaster also appeared in a counting segment, reciting numbers while performing push-ups. (First: Episode 0010)

Additional credits include the films Barnum, Field of Dreams, Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull's History Lesson, and the television specials I Love Liberty and Night of 100 Stars.

References[]

• In episode 204 of The Muppet Show, Mildred Huxtetter randomly mentions her love for Burt Lancaster, prompting Rich Little to do an impression.

External links[]

• IMDb
• Internet Broadway Database